"Energy is action and movement. All action is movement and all action is energy.

All desire is energy. All feeling is energy. All thought is energy. All living is energy. All life is energy. If that energy is allowed to flow without any contradiction, without any friction, without conflict, then that energy, is boundless, endless. When there is no friction there are no frontiers to energy. It is friction which gives energy limitations. So, having once seen this, why is it that the human being always brings friction into energy?

Why does he create friction in this movement which we call life? Is pure energy, energy without limitations just an idea to him? Does it have no reality"?

-Spiritual Healing Quote by: Krishnamurti

Swap name: Energy HealingCraftster member who is organizing this swap: dreadlockloveSign-up date range: Oct 3 - Oct 16, 2011 Date to send item by: Dec 1, 2011Limited to a certain number of people?: NoRestricted to people who all live in Canada? NoAge requirement? 18+

Swap Organizer herself meets these conditions:

- Has fully read the Swap Info Guide: YES- Has successfully completed two swaps as a participant: YES- Is not organizing more than three swaps right now: YES- Will recruit a co-organizer or give all details to a Swap Moderator if this swap has more than 25 participants: YES - Is at least 18 years old: YES/NO

Swap Organizer will check each participant to make sure they meet these conditions:

- Has been a member for at least one month: YES- Has posted at least 15 times: YES- Has completed one swap successfully before signing up for multiple swaps at a time: YES- Is not currently signed up for more than five swaps: YES- Does not have any negative feedback: YES - Participant has agreed that he/she is at least 18 years old: YES- If yes, understands that Delivery Confirmation number is required for this swap: YES- If no, understands that a mailing receipt copy is required for this swap: YES

Energy Healing is open to those with blockages of the mind, body, and/or spirit to overcome. We all have them somewhere. This swap also welcomes those who consciously practice the prevention of disease. Feel free to join from where you are.

Wish for gifts based on various approaches that touch on healing. Are you a Reiki practitioner? Do you enjoy a relaxing massage? Have you studied Ayurveda? Does your medicine consist of herbs/plants? Do you start the day with a Sun Salutation? There are plenty of other paths that support wellness and open living as well. Healthy eating, mindful breathing, therapy crafting, etc.

The one theme that could be iffy for some is of course, religion. While I'm not opposed to religious items making their way on anyone's wishlist, others may have reservations about it. Please make sure you have a fair number of non-religious options for your partner to feel inspired by as well.

There is no point system that must be followed this round, just let your ideas flow. This worked seemingly well for the Herbalism and Yoga swaps I've organized and I'd like to try to keep it open to accomodate possible budget and crafting time limitations. Be sure to pay attention to your partner's questionnaire though and to dedicate your full potential and energy to each gift you can offer. While efforts can be made between partners to avoid a largely unbalanced exchange, it is important to understand and accept that such an outcome may occur regardless.

One other point I'd like to make clear is that your primary/"big'" gift must be:

A- crafted. You are free to purchase extras but your main gift must be created by you.

B- created specifically for this swap and specifically for your partner. This is obviously difficult to enforce but please wait until you know who your partner is and take the time to stalk him/her! You'll be all the more thoughtful about your gift if you do. With the freedom in the amount you craft and a month and a half to create the main gift, this seems like a reasonable request to make.

If you would like to participate, complete and submit the following questionnaire to me, dreadlocklove. Please include “Energy Healing” in the subject line.

Questionnaire

Name of swap: Energy HealingCraftster username:Email address:Real name:Are you 18 years or older? YES/NOMailing address, including the country (please include the appropriate line breaks):Have you read and understood all of the conditions outlined in the Swap Info Guide, and do you agree to abide by them? YES/NO

Do you agree to be an active participant in the discussion forum – perhaps a post to keep everyone updated on your progress each week – and to stay in regular communication with your partner? YES/NO

Do you agree to put 100% effort in each gift you create for your partner? YES/NO

Are you willing to ship your package to an international destination? YES/NO

Are you willing to provide a delivery confirmation number to your organizer and partner upon shipping your package? If your partner lives outside of your country, do you agree to provide a copy of your receipt? YES/NO

Are you willing to take photographs of the packages both sent and received, as well as post a photo of the gifts you received in the gallery? YES/NO

What does healing mean to you?

How do you feel, in terms of body, mind, and spirit?

Are there areas in your life that you would like to bring attention to or are currently working to heal?

Are there any forms of healing that you would like to learn more about?

Do you act as a facilitator for others' healing? If so, how?

Do you follow any traditions/rituals that may be related to Energy Healing?

What types of crafts do you enjoy and/or are there any specific gifts you would like to create? *** Note that this question is to help me group partners and will not be revealed to your partner ***

What is your Energy Healing Wishlist (include a minimum of 5-10 items)?

Are there any gifts you would rather not receive, whether due to allergies or general aversions?

What is your general personality/style?

Are there any websites your partner can visit to get a better sense of who you are (ie: Wists, Etsy, Blogs, etc.)?

Is smoking permitted in your home?Do you have petmates?

Is there any other relevant information that you would like to share?

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO PARTICIPATE, REMEMBER TO SEND YOUR INFO TO DREADLOCKLOVE VIA PRIVATE MESSAGE WITH “Energy Healing - Questionnaire” IN THE SUBJECT LINE.

Also remember to read and understand the Swap Info Guide to find out how to ship your item and other details about participating in a swap.

Just to let everyone know, I am leaving for the cottage tomorrow and won't be back until Monday afternoon. I will be adding anyone who submits their questionnaire at the point. Thanks and have a great weekend everyone!

I'm excited about this swap! I'm not too sure what qualifies as an "energy healing" item... but I have a family friend who will overload me with ideas once I have time to ask. I actually asked tonight and she looked like she was about to overflow with information... however we were at a concert and that's not a good time to talk at all!

I've been really considering this swap. However, my dilemma is that there are upcoming swaps that I would like to join as well and I (as a beginner to crafting) have no idea what to even make. I think I'll properly watch this round.

JeanetteW: I was so excited thinking we'd be in a swap together again! But that's okay there are lots of other swaps. My mind already has ideas going, but I'll wait till closing date and partners are assigned. I love swapping as it gets my working on projects I've had in my head forever but haven't sat down to do yet.

The gifts can be anything that helps people feel balanced, relaxed, and overall good. I hope this swap doesn't give anyone anxiety.

The swaps I organize are generally pretty small. I guess they're not as mainstream as the other themes and maybe doing this before Christmas doesn't help either. But I am going to set a minimum of 6 participants this time and reschedule sign-ups to the new year if we don't reach the goal.